named programs · 6 · from sources
what they call their work
Crafts and Cookbooks Collection
A collection of recipes for crafts and dishes curated by library staff.
Dog of the Month
Features a local dog each month with their story and picture.
Native American Heritage Month Celebration
Features an assortment of books celebrating indigenous people.
Puzzles Galore
A community puzzle exchange program where patrons can bring a puzzle and take one.
Storywalk
An innovative way for children and adults to enjoy reading and the outdoors by walking through Patagonia's town park and reading laminated pages from a selected children's book installed along the walkway.
Writers in the 'hood
Showcases the works of local authors.
activities · 8 groups
what they do
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Used Book and Media Sales 2 activities
- Fundraise for library programs and collectionsOrganizes and hosts fundraising events such as an annual trivia night and co-hosts author events to raise money for library programs and collections. Also maintains an indoor book sale and organizes a book sale during the Sky Islands Artisan Market.
- Organize book salesMaintains a well-stocked indoor book sale at the library and organizes a book sale during the Sky Islands Artisan Market in October.
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Library Collection and Digital Access Services 2 activities
- Provide access to library materials and resourcesMaintains a collection of print, audio, video, and digital materials, including nearly 2,000 movies and TV series, new bestsellers, and online books, movies, and language instruction courses. Also provides access to ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines via the Libby app and Kanopy streaming services.
- Provide free access to library materials and digital resourcesMaintains a collection of print, audio, video, and digital materials, including nearly 2,000 movies and TV series, bestsellers, and resources focused on Southwest and local history. Offers free access to online books, movies, language instruction, and streaming services like Kanopy and Libby (OverDrive).
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Library Friends Group Support 2 activities
- Support the Patagonia Public Library's operations and infrastructureProvides financial and material support to the Patagonia Public Library, including paying for its operating budget and librarian's salary during financial crises, funding electrical repairs, purchasing equipment like copy machines and automated circulation systems, and supporting building expansions such as the Mary Rebecca Cady Reading Room and a new east wing.
- Support the Patagonia Public Library's operations and infrastructureProvides financial support for the Patagonia Public Library's operating budget, librarian's salary, and various expenses including electrical repairs, furniture, shelving, a water cooler, an automated circulation system, and a new storage shed. Also supported the construction of the Mary Rebecca Cady Reading Room and a new east wing of the library.
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Community Book Clubs & Literary Engagement 1 activity
- Host community programs and eventsOrganizes and hosts various community events including children's programs, meetings, workshops, classes, discussions, an ongoing community puzzle activity, and a Storywalk® in Patagonia's town park. Also co-hosts fundraising events with authors and organizes trivia nights.
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Library-Based Cultural Access Pass Program 1 activity
- Offer cultural passes to Arizona attractionsProvides patrons with "culture passes" through the Act One Arizona program, offering free admission to cultural events and museums across Arizona, with over twenty passes available, each granting two free tickets.
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Historical Collections & Archives Management 1 activity
- Preserve and share local historyMaintains a collection of materials with a focus on Southwest and local history, collaborates with the Patagonia Museum to maintain a local history archive, and makes video recordings of “Living Treasures” events publicly accessible.
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Library and Donated Goods Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Support professional development for library staff and volunteersPresents Class Act Service Management training to volunteers, staff, and board members and sponsors librarian attendance at the ALA conference and membership in professional organizations.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Host community programs and eventsHosts children's programs, meetings, workshops, classes, discussions, and an ongoing community puzzle activity. Also operates a Storywalk® in Patagonia's town park and provides "culture passes" for free access to cultural events and museums across Arizona.
- Maintain a local history archiveCollaborates with the Patagonia Museum to maintain a local history archive and makes video recordings of “Living Treasures” events publicly accessible via the library’s YouTube channel.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$60K
Contributions & grants$25K41%
Program service revenue$1K2%
Investment income$34K57%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$35K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$403K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$402K
2 years on record · 2019–2020 · YoY revenue +8.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
who runs it
board members · 4
- ANN DANOWITZ — Director
- BARB ELLIS — Director
- KATE PEAKE — Director
- MARYNELL SPICER — Director
relationships · 22
who they work with
- AZ Humanities Partner — Supported their traveling “Woven Journey’s” exhibit and events.
- Act One Arizona Partner — Provides "culture passes" for free access to cultural events and museums across Arizona.
- Arizona Community Foundation (ACF) Funder — Engaged with the foundation and received a $25K grant for programming.
- Boman-Stradling History Center Partner — Collaborates with the Boman-Stradling History Center, as evidenced by the participation of its historian, Cami Schlappy, in the “Living Treasures” event.
- Kanopy Partner — Provides access to streaming movies.
- Kanopy Partner — Provides streaming services, including Great Courses and Kanopy Kids, with library membership.
- Mango Languages Partner — Provides access to language instruction courses.
- OverDrive Partner — Partners through Arizona's "Little Libraries That Could" program to provide ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines via the Libby app.
- OverDrive Partner — Provides access to digital books through the Libby platform.
- Patagonia Community Association Partner — Worked with on the annual Writer’s Roundup event in exchange for a portion of the proceeds.
- Patagonia Creative Arts Center and Tin Shed Partner — Co-hosted an evening fundraiser event for author Craig Johnson.
- Patagonia Museum Partner — Collaborates with the library to maintain a local history archive.
- Patagonia Public Library Partner — Supports the library's programs and collections through fundraising and book sales.
- Patagonia Regional Foundation Partner — Bought "Birds of North America" online for 2 years.
- Patagonia Town Council Government — Recognized the work of the Friends of the Library during National Friends of the Libraries Week.
- Patagonia Trading Post Partner — Hosted a book signing event for author Craig Johnson as part of a fundraiser.
- Patagonia Women’s Club Partner — Founded the library and deeded Cady Hall to the Town to garner grants for restoration.
- Santa Cruz County Government — Subsidized the operating budget of the library and the library became a member of the Santa Cruz County Library system.
- Smithsonian Partner — Supported their traveling “Woven Journey’s” exhibit and events.
- The Patagonia Trading Post Partner — Carries copies of books featured in the Library's Storywalk® program for community members to purchase and take home.
- The Patagonia Trading Post Partner — Sells copies of "The Magical Yet" by Angela DiTerlizzi, a book featured in the library's Storywalk® program.
- Town of Patagonia Government — Subsidized the operating budget of the library and received Cady Hall deed from Patagonia Women's Club for restoration.